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Basswood Counsel’s First Anniversary | A Message from the Founders

As Basswood Counsel marks its first anniversary, we reflect on a year of growth, collaboration, and deep gratitude—for our clients, our team, and the community that believed in our vision. In building a firm from the ground up, we’ve remained committed to delivering big law quality with boutique attention, and to being true partners in your business journey.

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America’s Regulatory Sprint for Crypto Leadership 

The U.S. is fast-tracking its crypto regulation under the Trump Administration and SEC Chairman Paul Atkins, moving from enforcement to strategic clarity. With the GENIUS and CLARITY Acts, America is positioning itself as the global crypto capital through a coordinated federal approach to innovation and investor protection.
The U.S. is fast-tracking its crypto regulation under the Trump Administration and SEC Chairman Paul Atkins, moving from enforcement to strategic clarity. With the GENIUS and CLARITY Acts, America is positioning itself as the global crypto capital through a coordinated federal approach to innovation and investor protection.

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Trump Accounts Explained: What Families Need to Know

Trump Accounts, introduced under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, provide families with a new savings tool that combines tax benefits and long-term planning opportunities. Learn how parents, employers, and even charities can contribute, and why this provision may be a valuable addition to your family’s financial strategy.

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Powering Down: EV and Clean Energy Credits Set to Expire

Several key credits — including EV, residential solar, and energy-efficient home improvements — will now expire as early as 2025. While some incentives like the Clean Fuel Production Credit are extended, new restrictions and compliance rules mean businesses and consumers must act quickly to maximize benefits.

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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act and Its Impact on Estate and Gift Taxes

On July 4, 2025, the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB) was signed into law, which made permanent several provisions of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), while expanding certain tax incentives. From an estate and gift tax perspective, the most significant change is a permanent increase to the estate, gift and generation-skipping transfer (GST) tax exemption amounts.

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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act: What It Is and How It Affects Individuals

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (the “OBBBA”) is landmark legislation passed on July 4, 2025 that has significant implications for individuals. The OBBB is comprehensive tax legislation and includes key changes to individual tax related provisions and incentives. Navigating these changes is complex, but understanding them is essential for effective tax planning.

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The Critical Role of Distribution Advisors in Dynasty Trusts

Most dynasty trusts are now drafted as directed trusts. A directed trust is a trust that removes one or more powers or discretions traditionally held by the trustee and vests that power or discretion in a person who is either a special trustee or not a trustee at all.

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